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Most banks have similar options for checking accounts. Often smaller local banks or credit unions offer free checking or lower required balances than do national banks. If one wants to use a larger bank, Wells Fargo is a good choice.

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According to CNN money the best bank to open a checking out with is US Bank. Reasoning for this being the best bank for checking accounts are that they offer many types of accounts to fit everyone's needs, they try to avoid monthly fees and also their fees are less compared to other banks fees.

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Banks that offer good rates for checking accounts include state farm bank, america bank, and nova trust. Some banks will also offer incentives for opening an account with them.


Can you add your fiance to your checking account even though he is on the ChexSystems?

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Can a 16 yr. old open a checking account without a parent's signature?

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What type of serice do banks have with an checking account?

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Are there any banks available that offer a free checking account?

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What are some of the obstacles with getting a bank account with bad credit?

It can be hard to open a checking account if you have had a bankruptcy court judgment or bad credit against you. Some banks like NatWest will let you open a Step Account where they track your record for a period of time, then let you move up to a regular account with checking.


How old does my son have to be before opening a checking account?

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